How long does it take to drive from San Diego to Dallas, Fort Worth?
My in-laws are expecting me and my family this christmas. I just looked at flights and its going to cost me $1,600!!! I was wondering how long it would take to drive. I have a two and a half year old who may get fidgety but if I make a few stops to stretch our legs I think that we could do it.
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It depends if your a fast driver or not.
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From my experience, it takes about 3 - 4 days driving from SD to Dallas, with a few pitstops here and there. Just dont drive too fast or too slow. Keep it at a steady speed. You will get there.
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never done it but I believe it's about a 15hr drive..look it up on google maps get directions it's pretty accurate
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Yes! Tickets are expensive I too agree. It usually takes about 2 to 3 days, just take your time, stop in well lit areas with lots of people. Book a motel/hotel too if possible to rest up. Gas prices have dropped here in Texas :) Be safe and Good luck!
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Google Maps shows it to be about 1340 miles / 19 hours windshield time. Roughly three 450 mile days. Truck Stop Info Plus shows a nice 24-hour travel stop at I-8 exit 61, Crestwood Rd. (I like to start my trips by simply getting in the car and driving about an hour to a breakfast stop.) Thereafter depends on the fuel range of your vehicle. I like truck stops because they are generally secure -- too many witnesses. Not to mention generally good food, low fuel prices, and 24-hour service. (I have, in the past, slept in the car in a gas station waiting for them to open.) Assuming round trip, assuming $3 gas, assuming 35 mpg highway, assuming four nights at $70 motels -- about $500 plus food. 450 mile days is about 7 hours windshield time. Figure a 10 minute break every hour, add two 60 minute food stops, about 10 hours per day on the road -- 8 am to 6 pm.
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I like Dimo's answer, but I would drive later at night, the reasoning behind this is less daytime traffic, and trying to get away from the commuting hours. Pack the child things he can eat along the way, and stay hydrated, but not too hydrated, you don't want to stop too often. You will definitely be able to do it. I tend to drive about 550-600 miles a day, but driving for 12 hours for me is not out of the question, you may not be able to do this with a child. Watch the speedlimits, there is nothing worse than an out of state ticket.
